Man Utd agree van Persie deal
– Manchester United statementManchester United is pleased to announce it has reached agreement with Arsenal Football Club for the transfer of Robin Van Persie.
The deal is subject to a medical and the agreement of personal terms. A further announcement will be made in due course.
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